Lead Deck SME

Position Summary

The Lead Deck SME serves as the senior advisor for deck seamanship operations, maintenance, and readiness assessments aboard Navy ships and military auxiliaries.

Responsibilities

• Assess deck operations and maintenance programs.
• Evaluate anchor, mooring, crane, boat handling, and replenishment systems.
• Conduct readiness inspections and technical reviews.
• Provide recommendations to improve safety and operational effectiveness.
• Support fleet readiness initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years supervisory deck operations experience.
• Experience serving as Boatswain or equivalent senior deck leadership position.
• Extensive experience with Navy deck equipment and systems.
• Direct operational and maintenance experience on current Navy systems. 25+ years highly desirable.

About Sayres Defense

Sayres Defense supports critical U.S. Navy shipbuilding and maritime programs, delivering acquisition, engineering, logistics, and waterfront expertise that strengthens fleet readiness and lifecycle sustainment. Sayres is headquartered in Washington, DC with offices throughout the United States and has a presence abroad.